An Acid Ion Pair Such as H₂CO₃ and HCO₃^- Qualifies

question 36

Multiple Choice

An acid ion pair such as H₂CO₃ and HCO₃^- qualifies as a

• A) strong acid-strong base pair.
• B) buffer system.
• C) substitute for hemoglobin.
• D) acid -base pair.

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Definitions:

Zygotic

Pertaining to a zygote, which is a fertilized egg cell that results from the union of a female gamete (ovum) and a male gamete (sperm).

Embryonic

Pertaining to an embryo, which is an early stage in the development of organisms, prior to birth or hatching.

Fetal

Fetal refers to a stage of development that takes place in the womb, from the end of the embryonic stage until birth.

Prenatal Cortical Development

The process of brain development during the prenatal period, including the formation of the cerebral cortex.